Clinical Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin Support

Carbon Health Technologies Inc; Atascadero (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon Health Technologies Inc. is hiring a Medical Assistant in our CA clinic. This hourly, full-time position blends clinical and administrative duties to support efficient patient care and accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality service. Responsibilities include patient intake, vital signs, rooming, basic procedures, specimen handling, EHR documentation, and coordinating referrals.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current MA certification/registration preferred; may be required by state.
• BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain after hire.
• Experience in clinical healthcare settings is preferred.
• Proficient in English with strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with EHR and clinical documentation systems.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and vital signs.
• Understanding of infection control and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, verify identity, confirm visit reasons, and document medical history.
• Measure and record vital signs (BP, pulse, temp, resp, height, weight).
• Assist clinicians with exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Collect and label specimens per protocols and infection control.
• Perform point-of-care tests, injections, immunizations, and wound care.
• Prepare rooms, stock supplies, and maintain equipment.
• Document patient information and provider instructions in EHR.
• Coordinate patient flow and update schedules; convey wait times.
• Explain medications, follow-up plans, tests, and care instructions.
• Handle phones, scheduling, referrals, and patient communications.
• Process authorizations, lab and imaging orders, and prescriptions as directed.
• Follow PPE, safety, and HIPAA policies; maintain confidentiality.
• Support billing/coding per practice protocols; contribute to quality initiatives.
• Participate in training and meetings; support continuous clinical knowledge.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

EHR proficiency

HIPAA/compliance

Infection control

Clinical patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Carbon Health Technologies Inc. is hiring a Medical Assistant in our CA clinic. This hourly, full-time position blends clinical and administrative duties to support efficient patient care and accurate documentation in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality service. Responsibilities include patient intake, vital signs, rooming, basic procedures, specimen handling, EHR documentation, and coordinating referrals.